If we choose to live near convergent plate boundaries, we can build buildings that can resist earthquakes, and we can evacuate areas around volcanoes when they threaten to erupt. Yes, convergent boundaries are dangerous places to live, but with preparation and watchfulness, the danger can be lessened somewhat.
Nitrification, as stated above, is formally a two-step process; in the first step ammonia is oxidized to nitrite, and in the second step nitrite is oxidized to nitrate. Different microbes are responsible for each step in the marine environment.
The condition is a form of nitrate poisoning. Nitrates convert to nitrites in the stomach by intestinal bacteria, especially among infants, because their stomach acid is not as strong as adults'. Nitrites alter hemoglobin, which is responsible for carrying oxygen in the blood.he condition is a form of nitrate poisoning. Nitrates convert to nitrites in the stomach by intestinal bacteria, especially among infants, because their stomach acid is not as strong as adults'. Nitrites alter hemoglobin, which is responsible for carrying oxygen in the blood.